# Key Features

YDS consists of various components, from elements to widgets to applications - the simplicity of drag-and-drop and the power to develop custom functionality:

* **Elements:** Foundational building blocks such as select boxes, date pickers, sliders, and more. Elements are tightly bound to model variables for seamless interactions whether controlled by the user or programmatically.
* **Widgets**: Pre-built widgets to drag-and-drop within the Designer. Widgets utilize theme colors and are customizable via options.
* **Applications**: Intelligent web apps built on Service Portal. More than a widget, applications are modern web apps that can offer unlimited functionality.

#### **YDS is proven Service Portal components:**

* Consistent look & feel across the framework
* Modular architecture for simplified implementation & maintenance
* Compatible with most modern browsers and devices
* QA-tested and production-ready

#### **YDS offers documentation & support beyond the industry standard**

* Dedicated documentation site with examples, screenshots, and code snippets
* Included test page with diagnostics, sample code, and documentation links
* Dedicated email support
* Prioritized YDS additions, updates, and fixes for active subscribers

#### **YDS is alive!**

* New elements, widgets, and applications added frequently
* Feedback from subscribers drives the development pipeline
* YDS gets better and better and better…

[See more at the YDS Docsite.](https://www.yansalabs.com/yds)